sanctum

noun
UK: /ˈsæŋktəm/
US: /ˈsæŋktəm/

  1. A private place where someone can be alone and undisturbed.

    1. The library became her sanctum.
    2. His office was his sanctum, where he could escape the daily pressures.

  2. A holy or sacred place, like a shrine or temple.

    1. The church's sanctum held ancient relics.
    2. The inner sanctum of the temple was reserved for the high priest alone.

Synonyms

temple hideaway retreat haven shrine

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sanctum" in English means: A private place where someone can be alone and undisturbed., A holy or sacred place, like a shrine or temple..

The phonetic transcription of "sanctum" is /ˈsæŋktəm/ in British English and /ˈsæŋktəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sanctum": temple, hideaway, retreat, haven, shrine.

Example usage of "sanctum": "The library became her sanctum.". More examples on the page.